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Dustin Poirier Transitions to ESPN Analyst After Retirement

8/9/2025

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Dustin Poirier, 36, embarks on an exciting new chapter as an ESPN desk analyst after his recent retirement from MMA, following a tough loss to Max Holloway at UFC 318. He'll make his debut at UFC 319, teaming up with Anthony Smith and Chael Sonnen, as he sets his sights on a lasting commentary career after an impressive 14-year journey in the UFC.

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Dustin Poirier, 36, embarks on an exciting new chapter as an ESPN desk analyst after his recent retirement from MMA, following a tough loss to Max Holloway at UFC 318. He'll make his debut at UFC 319, teaming up with Anthony Smith and Chael Sonnen, as he sets his sights on a lasting commentary career after an impressive 14-year journey in the UFC.